Lewiston, ME

Maine · Androscoggin County · Lewiston-Auburn Metro

Lewiston is a mid-size city in Maine with a population of 37,886. Residents earn $56,558 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

37,886 Population 1,109/sq mi density

$56,558 Median Income $30,023 per capita

$214,200 Home Value $288,145 Zillow

$954 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr

298 Violent Crime/100K 1,996 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$56,558 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$214,200 home value, $954/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

298 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)

C+

Education

2.7 / 5.0

21.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,558

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $214,200

24% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 298/100K

21% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.7%

36% lower than US avg

Median Rent $954

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.6%

2% higher than US avg

How Lewiston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population37,886

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density1,109/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,558

Per Capita$30,023

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty12.6%

County GDP$7,050M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$214,200

Rent$954

Ownership50.3%

Zillow$288,145

Housing Units16,725

Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

Violent298/100K

Property1,996/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault162/100K

Burglary340/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured11.5%

Smoking19.9%

Depression31.2%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI34 (Good)

Rain45.2 in/yr

Sunny Days251/yr

Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.7%

High School+89.8%

Graduate+8.1%

School Score5.28

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%

Commute21 min

Broadband85.6%

EV Stations13

Libraries9

Is Lewiston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewiston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lewiston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewiston is $56,558, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewiston is $214,200, 24% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lewiston is below the national average at 298 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,996 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewiston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 65.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Lewiston has a population of 37,886 with a density of 1,109 people per square mile, spread across 35.5 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 11% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.8% of residents, while 21.2% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

37,886

Total Population

1,109

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

35.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewiston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.8%

0% below US avg

Spanish 21.2%

58% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lewiston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewiston is $56,558, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,023 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,125, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,600 business establishments, including 254 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lewiston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,558
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,023
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,125
IRS Avg AGI	$63,641
Gini Index	0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.6%
	2% above US avg
Establishments (County)	3,600
County GDP	$7,050M

Business (County)

Restaurants	254
Healthcare	396
Retail	427
Manufacturing	152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,025
	44% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.7 min
Drive Alone	68.7%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewiston is $214,200, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,145, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,186 for a one-bedroom to $1,497 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 16,725 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. The average annual property tax is $5,025 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$214,200
	24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$288,145
Median List Price	$334,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$334,900
$/Sq Ft	$170
Homes Sold	19
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.8%
Price Drops	42.9%
Inventory	42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$954
	18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,398
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,108
1 Bedroom	$1,186
2 Bedrooms	$1,497
3 Bedrooms	$1,951
4 Bedrooms	$2,190

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	50.3%
Owner-Occupied	50.3%
Renter-Occupied	49.7%
Housing Units	16,725
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,025
	44% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.35%

In Lewiston, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 19.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.2% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,354. The dentist ratio is 1:1,662. 77.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

2.6

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

3.0

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

1.9

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

80.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

132.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Lewiston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	14.1%
COPD	9.1%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.9%
	42% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	29.7%
Depression	31.2%
Mental Distress	22.4%
Physical Distress	16.0%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	11.5%
	34% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,354
Dentists	1:1,662
Mental Health	1:196
Checkup Rate	77.9%
Dental Visits	55.1%
Premature Death	10,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	77.6%
Healthcare Facilities	396

Lewiston has a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 161.7 per 100,000, robbery at 50.2, rape at 86.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,996 per 100,000, 2% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,547, burglary at 340, vehicle theft at 109 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lewiston receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Lewiston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	298.3/100K
	21% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	86.4/100K
Robbery	50.2/100K
Assault	161.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,996.4/100K
	2% above US avg
Burglary	340.2/100K
Theft	1,547.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	108.7/100K
Arson	8.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
Traffic Accidents	28
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Lewiston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 65.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.3°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	328 ft (100 m)
Area	35.5 sq mi (92.0 km²)
Population Density	1,109/sq mi
Coordinates	44.0895°N, 70.1721°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Androscoggin County County
Nearest Airport	Portland International Jetport (PWM) 31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"

19% above US avg

Snowfall 65.1"

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.41"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median	34.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0374 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	5.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	59.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	28.3 / 100
Community Resilience	85.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	No Rating

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012	5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine	M4.7	67 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	95 km
Feb 26, 1999	0 km NW of China, Maine	M3.8	68 km
Jun 16, 1995	8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire	M3.8	141 km
Jan 27, 2025	9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine	M3.8	118 km
Jan 17, 2000	4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine	M3.6	58 km
Jan 3, 2000	4 km W of Leeds, Maine	M3.5	25 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	142 km
Jan 14, 2023	7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine	M3.3	142 km
Sep 7, 2000	7 km WSW of Liberty, Maine	M3.2	70 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	142 km
Sep 5, 1994	13 km NNE of Monhegan, Maine	M3.1	79 km
Mar 30, 2010	7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine	M3.0	130 km
Dec 25, 1999	4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine	M3.0	114 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	146 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	38 km
Jan 8, 1998	52 km ENE of Rockport, Massachusetts	M2.9	138 km
Feb 4, 2022	0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire	M2.9	86 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	110 km
Jun 7, 2010	29 km SE of York Beach, Maine	M2.9	119 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	168 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

79 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 11 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 9, 2000	EF2	92 km	0
Jul 8, 1996	EF2	27 km	0
Nov 7, 1971	EF2	80 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	31 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	46 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	38 km	0
Oct 10, 1966	EF2	88 km	0
Jul 18, 1963	EF2	99 km	0
Sep 4, 1961	EF2	87 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	44 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	51 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	52 km	0
Jul 28, 2014	EF1	63 km	0
Jun 1, 2011	EF1	54 km	0
Jun 1, 2011	EF1	92 km	0
Jul 21, 2010	EF1	73 km	0
Jul 21, 2010	EF1	83 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF1	27 km	0
Aug 21, 2009	EF1	38 km	0
Sep 29, 2006	EF1	99 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
2008	MAINE	Avalanche	3.6 m	—	50 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-7°C)	3.7 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-6°C)	3.1 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	4.1 in
April	43°F (6°C)	4.1 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.7 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	3.2 in
September	58°F (15°C)	3.4 in
October	48°F (9°C)	4.1 in
November	37°F (3°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
December	25°F (-4°C)	4.2 in

Lewiston has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 20°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.1").

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Lewiston is located in Androscoggin County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52% of the vote, a 6.1-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 396 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52%

D 45.9%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
Traffic Accidents	28
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.7%
	36% below US avg
High School+	89.8%
Graduate Degree+	8.1%
School Test Score	5.28

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,109/sq mi
Total Area	35.5 sq mi
County	Androscoggin County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.6%
Avg Download Speed	137.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	13
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	396
Restaurants	254
Retail Stores	427

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.7 min
Drive Alone	68.7%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	11.2%

Average costs for common services in Lewiston. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$971
Toddler	$924
Preschool	$743
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$707
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$635

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Androscoggin County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	9,992	442	$61,343	1.43
Retail Trade	6,201	431	$40,518	1.28
Manufacturing	5,175	153	$66,351	1.29
Accommodation & Food Services	3,629	242	$27,316	0.82
Transportation & Warehousing	2,388	108	$62,466	1.16
Administrative & Waste Services	2,342	197	$43,424	0.82
Professional & Technical Services	1,856	427	$101,171	0.55
Wholesale Trade	1,558	171	$74,459	0.81
Finance & Insurance	1,454	143	$82,545	0.74
Educational Services	1,446	44	$65,818	1.44
Other Services	1,062	215	$44,499	0.72
Management of Companies	1,022	100	$84,886	1.25
Real Estate	464	138	$52,935	0.61
Arts & Entertainment	365	46	$24,085	0.45
Utilities	111	6	$129,160	0.60

Colleges & Universities in Lewiston

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Bates College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,928	13.0%	$63,478	$63,478
Maine College of Health Professions	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	299	33.3%	$17,827	$17,827

Hospitals in Lewiston

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(207) 795-0111
ST MARY'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(207) 777-8100

Schools in Lewiston

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Lewiston High School	High	1,575	111	14.2:1
Lewiston Middle School	Middle	735	67	11.0:1
Robert V. Connors Elementary School	Elementary	677	76	8.9:1
Montello School	Elementary	618	59	10.5:1
Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School	Elementary	582	50	11.6:1
Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch	Elementary	504	54	9.3:1
Farwell Elementary School	Elementary	392	45	8.7:1
Acadia Academy School (Charter)	Elementary	248	4	62.0:1

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Radio Stations near Lewiston

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
94.9 HOM - The Best Mix of the '80s, '90's & Today (WHOM-FM)	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
WMPG	—	MP3 128 kbps
98.1 WTSN	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
WYAR	1920s, 1930s	AAC+ 64 kbps
WBOR 91.1 FM	college	MP3 192 kbps
Radio Midcoast WCME	adult hits	MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Lewiston

70 national parks and monuments found near Lewiston.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrews Beach	State Park	Free
Androscoggin Riverlands State Park	State Park	Free
Augusta Surplus Lands	State Park	Free
Barrett Park	State Park	Free
Bradbury Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park	State Park	Free
Clark Cove	State Park	Free
Crescent Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Cupsuptic River Boating Access	State Park	Free
Damariscotta Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Echo Lake Boat Access	State Park	Free
Echo Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Ferry Beach	State Park	Free
Ferry Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Webber aka Fort Island	State Park	Free
Frances Perkins National Monument	National Monument	Free
Grafton Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Great Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Jewell Island	State Park	Free
Lake George	State Park	Free
Lake St George State Park	State Park	Free
Laudholm Farms	State Park	Free
Little Chebeague Island	State Park	Free
Little Concord Pond	State Park	Free
Long Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Long Pond	State Park	Free
Mackworth Island State Park	State Park	Free
Maranacook Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Marblehead (Meetinghouse Eddy) Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Messalonskee Lake Boat Access	State Park	Free
Messalonskee Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Middle Pond Hancock Pond	State Park	Free
Mount Blue	State Park	Free
Mount Blue State Park	State Park	Free
North Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Peacock Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Perkins Island	State Park	Free
Piscataqua River Boat Access	State Park	Free
Popham Beach	State Park	Free
Popham Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Quantabacook Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Range Ponds	State Park	Free
Range Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Rangeley Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Reid State Park	State Park	Free
Runaround Pond	State Park	Free
Sabatis Island	State Park	Free
Sabattus Mountain	State Park	Free
Saco River Boating Access	State Park	Free
Saco River Route 160 Bridge	State Park	Free
Salmon Falls	State Park	Free
Scarborough Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Sebago Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Snow Pond	State Park	Free
Songo Lock State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Speckled Mountain	State Park	Free
Swan's Falls	State Park	Free
Tasseltop Park	State Park	Free
Taylor Pond Boat Access	State Park	Free
Three Mile Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Trout Pond	State Park	Free
Two Lights State Park	State Park	Free
Umbagog State Park	State Park	Free
Vaughan Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Wentworth State Park	State Park	Free
Whaleback Shell Midden	State Park	Free
Wolfes Neck Woods	State Park	Free
Wolfes Neck Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Woodbury Pond	State Park	Free
Woodbury Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Lewiston

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	36,250	$36,035
2015	36,124	$37,500
2017	36,010	$39,890
2019	36,288	$44,523
2021	36,617	$48,069
2023	38,709	$56,558

Museums in Lewiston

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6172261245	$231,515,000
BOWDOIN COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2077253275	$231,515,000
PEARY-MACMILLAN ARCTIC MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2077253416	$231,515,000
BATES COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2077866158	$167,625,468
CARNEGIE SCIENCE ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2077866255	$167,625,468
MUSEUM L-A	GENERAL MUSEUM		2073333881	$365,307
PEJEPSCOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2077296606	$263,614
FREEPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	45 MAIN STREET	2078653170	$220,146
POLAND SPRING PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	37 PRESERVATION WAY	2079984142	$99,984
NEW GLOUCESTER MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$65,211
MONMOUTH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	749 MAIN STREET	2079332287	$23,568
ANDROSCOGGIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2077840586
BRUNSWICK NAVAL MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
CHAMBERLAIN JOSHUA L MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2077256958
GRAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	GRAY CORNERS	2076574783
HEBRON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	358 PARIS ROAD
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LITCHFIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2400 HALLOWELL ROAD
JOSHUA L. CHAMBERLAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	159 PARK ROW	2077296606
MAINE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	272 LEWISTON STREET	2073453075
MAINE FRANCO-AMERICAN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	217 TURNER ST	2077863327
MERRYMEETING WATERFOWL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NANAS DREAM MUSEUM OF MINIATURES	GENERAL MUSEUM	33 SOUTH GOFF ST
NORTH YARMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ODAMOGAN LIVING HISORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2075822010
PINELAND FARMS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2076884800
POLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
POWNAL SCENIC AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHAKER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2079264597
SHOWME	GENERAL MUSEUM
SQUIRREL ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUMNER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TURNER MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2072252629
TURNER NATURAL HISTORY CLUB	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2076652068
UNITED SPORTS ANTIQUES	GENERAL MUSEUM		2072248444
WINTHROP MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 33

Libraries in Lewiston

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CURTIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	23 PLEASANT STREET	266,678
AUBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY	49 SPRING STREET	210,399
LEWISTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	200 LISBON STREET	164,100
FREEPORT COMMUNITY LIBRARY	10 LIBRARY DRIVE	66,152
TOPSHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 FORESIDE ROAD	58,300
GRAY PUBLIC LIBRARY	5 HANCOCK STREET	57,205
CHARLES M. BAILEY PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 BOWDOIN STREET	42,864
LISBON LIBRARY DEPT	28 MAIN STREET	36,302
NEW GLOUCESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	379 INTERVALE ROAD	19,509
RICKER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1211 MAINE STREET	16,850
CUMSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	796 MAIN STREET	10,470
JULIA ADAMS MORSE MEMORIAL LIBRARY	105 MAIN STREET	6,381
ZADOC LONG FREE LIBRARY	5 TURNER STREET	4,953
MECHANIC FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	108 LEWISTON STREET, 3RD FLOOR	1,883
TURNER PUBLIC LIBRARY	98 MATTHEWS WAY	1,275

Farmers Markets in Lewiston

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Auburn Farmers' market	67 Mill Street	05/23/2017 to 10/03/2017	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust Farmers' Market at Crystal Spring Farm	277 Pleasant Hill Rd	05/05/2018 to 11/03/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit
Buckfield Farmer's Market & Co op	868 Auburn RD (Rt 4 Pomodoros )
Freeport Farmers Market	L.L.Bean Campus	06/14/2013 to 09/13/2013	Fri: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;
Lewiston Farmers Market	65 Main St.	05/10/2020 to 10/25/2020	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lewiston Winter Farmers Market	130 East Ave.	12/15/2019 to 02/23/2020	Sun: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
New Gloucester Community Market	1095 Lewiston Rd. (Rt. 100)				Visit
Poland Farmers Market	1457 Maine St	06/19/2015 to 09/25/2015	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Hotels in Lewiston

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clarion

Restaurants in Lewiston

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Rodeo (Lewiston)

Golden City

New Lewiston Mandarin

Olive Branch Cafe

Pepper and Spice Thai Cuisine

The Pit Bar & Grill

Cafes in Lewiston

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aroma Joe's

The Ronj

Theatres in Lewiston

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Florence Keigwin Amphitheater

Monuments in Lewiston

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anthony Fireplace

Miller Fireplace

Clinics in Lewiston

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bates Health Services

Maine Connections Health Clinic

US #1419068903

Veterinaries in Lewiston

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lewiston Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Lewiston

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Cumberland Farms

Dave's Place

Irving

Banks in Lewiston

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Camden National Bank

Central Maine Credit Union

KeyBank

TD Bank

Shopping Malls in Lewiston

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lewiston Mall

Gyms in Lewiston

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clifton Daggett Gray Athletic Building

Breweries in Lewiston

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Baxter Brewing Company	Brewery	130 Mill St	2073336769	Visit
Ebenezer's Brew Pub, Ebenezer's Brewpub	American Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, Taverns	112 Pleasant St	2073731840	Visit
Gritty Mcduff's	Brewery	68 Main St	2073762739	Visit
Maine Beer Company	Beverages, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Breweries, Beer & Ale, Brewery	525 Us Route 1	2072215711	Visit
Sea Dog Brewing Company	American Restaurant, Brewery, Beer Garden, and American Restaurant, Brewery, Beer Garden	1 Bowdoin Mill Is	(207) 725-0162, 2077250162	Visit
The Hop Shop	Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	59 Portland Rd

Ski Resorts Near Lewiston

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Sunday River	84.0	15	957	$85	October - April	Yes	Yes

Nursing Homes in Lewiston

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
MONTELLO MANOR 540 COLLEGE ST	For profit - Corporation	37	34	5/5	—	5/5	3/5	2077832039
ST MARY'S D'YOUVILLE PAVILION 102 CAMPUS AVE	Non profit - Corporation	210	199	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	2077774200
MARSHWOOD CENTER 33 ROGER STREET	For profit - Corporation	108	106	3/5	—	3/5	5/5	2077840108
RUSSELL PARK REHABILITATION & LIVING CENTER 158-178 RUSSELL ST	For profit - Corporation	62	47	2/5	—	5/5	2/5	2077860691

Pharmacies in Lewiston

10 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BEDARD PHARMACY	61 COLLEGE STREET	207-786-0138
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER	300 MAIN STREET	207-795-0111
CVS - 156	10 EAST AVENUE	207-783-9134
CVS - 273	446 SABATTUS STREET	207-783-3784
HANNAFORD	692 SABATTUS STREET	207-786-0122
RITE AID - 3300	315 MAIN STREET	207-783-2011
RITE AID - 3301	430 SABATTUS STREET	207-783-2013
RITE AID - 4118	987 LISBON STREET	207-784-9588
SHAW'S-OSCO - 7559	27 EAST AVENUE	207-784-6666
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	373 SABATTUS STREET	207-783-3539

Daycare Centers in Lewiston

15 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
A - L YMCA - HILLVIEW CENTER 153 RIDEOUT AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 795-4095	OPEN
A - L YMCA - SANDCASTLE 72 STRAWBERRY AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 795-4098	OPEN
ACADIA ACADEMY 12 WESTMINSTER STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 333-3767	OPEN
BRIGHT START DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER 27 WESTMINSTER STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 777-7000	OPEN
DONNA'S DAYCARE CENTER AND PRESCHOOL INC 977 SABATTUS STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 784-6769	OPEN
KIDDIE COVE 26 GODDARD RD. FLR 1	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 212-3946	OPEN
LEVER'S DAYCARE CENTER 50 MOLLISON WAY	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 783-1552	OPEN
PETTENGILL ACADEMY 1 ATLANTIS WAY	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 241-0046	OPEN
PROMISE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER - HILLVIEW 77 RIDEOUT ST	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 795-4040	OPEN
PROMISE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER - ROBERT V. CONNORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 400 BARTLETT STREET	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 795-4040	OPEN
SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY - LEWISTON CAMPUS 17 BAIRD AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 783-9323	OPEN
SANDCASTLE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOUNDATION 72 STRAWBERRY AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 782-2150	OPEN
SUNSHINE DAYCARE CENTER 300 PINE STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 274-9543	OPEN
TOTALLY KIDZ CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER 1761 LISBON ST	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 333-3555	OPEN
YWCA OF CENTRAL MAINE 130 EAST AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 795-4050	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Lewiston

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
MOBIL ONTHEWAY STATION 1	1930 Lisbon Street	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
MOBIL ONTHEWAY STATION 2	1938 Lisbon St	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Bates College	2 Andrews Rd	Non-Networked	4		J1772	public
Bates College - Tesla Destination	147 Russel St.	Tesla Destination	2		J1772 TESLA	public
IBEW 567	238 Goddard Rd	AMPUP	2		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Lewiston

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
60 ADAMS RD	GTOWER	115
60 ADAMS RD	GTOWER	115
North Parish Road	TOWER	95
(Gray 2) Long Hill Road	LTOWER	77
(Bowdoin) WEST OF RT. 201 3.3 MILES NE OF BOWDOIN	GTOWER	63
44 Duff Road	TOWER	61
181 PEACOCK HILL ROAD	LTOWER	34
181 PEACOCK HILL ROAD	LTOWER	34

Fire Stations in Lewiston

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Lewiston Fire Department	2 College ST	Career			207-513-3002

Power Plants Near Lewiston

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ANDROSCOGGIN 3	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	RE
GULF ISLAND	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	OP
UPPER ANDROSCOGGIN	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	OS
CHARLES E MONTY	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	OP
CONTINENTAL MILLS	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	RE
BATES MILL UPPER	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	RE
HILL MILL	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-70.2	RE

Bridges in Lewiston

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2001	106	17,635	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	131	15,846	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1955	98	14,442	F
Culvert	Concrete	2015	24	12,763	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1955	200	9,316	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	109	9,180	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	161	9,180	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1956	846	9,180	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1956	846	8,920	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	161	8,920	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	109	8,920	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	183	7,825	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	173	7,293	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	50	6,280	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	440	6,280	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	440	5,980	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1956	50	5,980	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	151	5,980	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	151	4,650	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2002	61	1,738	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	276	1,524	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2011	22	819	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	194	716	F

Amtrak Stations in Lewiston

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Auburn, ME	1707 S. Washington Street	BUS
Brunswick, ME	16 Station Avenue	TRAIN
Freeport, ME	23 Depot Road	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Lewiston

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
WGP, INCORPORATED	96 LINCOLN ST	ANDROSCOGGIN

Airports Near Lewiston

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Portland International Jetport	PWM	Large Airport
Augusta State Airport	AUG	Medium Airport
Brunswick Executive Airport	NHZ	Medium Airport
Abbots Airport	—	Small Airport
Auburn Lewiston Municipal Airport	LEW	Small Airport
Back Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaver Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Beech Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Bethel Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Biddeford Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob-Mar Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowman Field	—	Small Airport
Central Maine/Norridgewock Airport	OWK	Small Airport
Clark Field	—	Small Airport
Cliff Dow Airport	—	Small Airport
Cliffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Dyer's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airfield	—	Small Airport
Eric's Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Farr Field	—	Small Airport
Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Goosefair Airport	—	Small Airport
Greaton Airfield	—	Small Airport
Hapworths Private Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Heacock Field Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Hilltop Airport	—	Small Airport
Limerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Limington Harmon Airport	—	Small Airport
Lindbergh Airport	—	Small Airport
Maheu Airport	—	Small Airport
Maple Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Margerison Airport	—	Small Airport
Merrymeeting Field	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airport	—	Small Airport
Oxford County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Perrotti Skyranch Airfield	—	Small Airport
Robinson Ridge Field	—	Small Airport
Rocky Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Ruby Airport	—	Small Airport
Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport	SFM	Small Airport
Scottow Bog Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Slip Knot Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Sunny Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Swans Field	—	Small Airport
Thomas Airport	—	Small Airport
Thompson Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Twin Eagles Airport	—	Small Airport
Twitchell Airport	—	Small Airport
Wales Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lewiston

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Androscoggin County Sherriff	2 Turner Street
Auburn Police Department	60 Court Street
Lisbon Police Department	300 Lisbon Street
LPD Hillview Substation
Mechanic Falls Police Department	108 Lewiston Street
Monmouth Police Department	Main Street
Sabattus Police Department	190 Middle Road
Topsham Police Department	100 Main Street
Winthrop Police Department	15 Town Hall Lane

Grocery Stores in Lewiston

34 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 Days Market	Convenience Store	124 Bartlett St
Bell Farms Inc	Specialty Store	1552 Riverside Dr
Big Apple 1008	Convenience Store	1198 Lisbon St
Bourques Park And Shop	Grocery Store	644 Sabattus St
Cantrell Seafood Ii 2	Specialty Store	1292 Lisbon St
Caribbean Life Grocery & Gift Store	Grocery Store	940 Lisbon St
Circle K 4707029	Convenience Store	674 Main St
Coast To Coast	Convenience Store	990 Lisbon St
Cumberland Farms 5621	Convenience Store	753 Sabattus St
Cumberland Farms 5627	Convenience Store	691 Main St
CVS Pharmacy Inc. 156	Other	10 East Ave
CVS Pharmacy 273	Other	446 Sabattus St
DEE'S CORNER STORE	Convenience Store	248 Blake St
Dollar General 15379	Other	1079 Sabattus St
Dollar General 19142	Other	855 Lisbon St
DOLLAR TREE 2837	Other	1035 Lisbon St
Eli's Homestead Llc NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	74 Grove St
Family Dollar 10785	Other	960 Sabattus St
Family Dollar 12079	Other	20 East Ave
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8265	Super Store	692 Sabattus St
Lewiston Variety	Convenience Store	145 College St
Lisbon Street News	Convenience Store	890 Lisbon St
Mobil On The Way	Convenience Store	1930 Lisbon Rd
New Roots Cooperative Farm	Farmers and Markets	954 College St
Nouria 1103 Lisbon Street 1093	Convenience Store	1103 Lisbon St
Nouria 449 Sabattus Street 1094	Convenience Store	449 Sabattus St
Ronnie's Farm Market	Farmers and Markets	996 Sabattus St
SAVE-A-LOT 23499	Supermarket	10 East Ave
SHAW'S SUPERMARKET 4559	Supermarket	27 East Ave
The Palm Market 2	Other	215 Bartlett St
Valley View Farm	Farmers and Markets	1200 Sopers Mill Rd
Walgreens 19802	Other	430 Sabattus St
Wards Neighborhood Market 1	Supermarket	208 Pine St
Webbs Market No	Grocery Store	131 Pine St

Treatment Centers in Lewiston

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Alternative Services Northeast Inc	Mental Health	207-777-1107
Carpe Diem Behavioral Associates Inc	Substance Abuse	207-241-7959
Catholic Charities Maine - Saint Francis Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	207-904-1433
Central Maine Family Counseling - DBA Blue Willow Counseling	Both	207-777-3399
Central Maine Family Counseling PA - Blue Willow Cnty Lewiston East Ave	Substance Abuse	207-777-3399
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
KidsPeace/FCFS - Lisbon Falls	Mental Health	207-786-8122
Merrimack River Medical Services - Healthcare Resource Centers	Substance Abuse	207-312-6860
Recovery Connections of Maine	Substance Abuse	207-440-7922
Saint Marys Regional Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services	Both	207-755-3613
Spurwink Services	Both	207-783-9141
Spurwink Services - Kelly Drive Home	Mental Health	207-375-8920
Spurwink Services - Supported Living	Mental Health	207-353-7438
Travas House - Recovery Connections of Maine	Substance Abuse	207-440-7922

DOL Wage Violations in Lewiston

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $287,528 in back wages owed to 251 employees.

Violations

$287,528

Back Wages Owed

251

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
F.W. Webb (Lewiston ME #21)	SIGNIFICANT	—	04240	—	1	$124,822	$9,602	13
Industrial Roofing Co.	—	—	04240	—	1	$79,279	$1,344	59
LANDRY AND SONS ACOUSTICS, INC [OSHA]	—	—	04240	Drywall and Insulation Contractors	1	$18,848	$725	26
Industrial Roofing & Siding Co.	—	—	04240	—	1	$17,153	$408	42
ACE DETECTIVE & SECURITY AGENCY INC	—	—	04240	Other Support Activities for Road Transportation	2	$14,137	$505	28
Icon Connections	—	—	04240	—	1	$7,323	$1,220	6
SeptiTech	—	—	04240	—	1	$5,745	$5,745	1
Lever's Day Care Center	—	—	4240	—	1	$5,731	$261	22
R. Belanger & Sons Farms	—	—	4240	—	1	$4,751	$2,375	2
Marshwood Center for Health Care and Rehabili	—	—	04240	—	1	$4,280	$126	34
Granite Bay Care - Lewiston	—	—	04243	—	1	$1,829	$915	2
Sprint (Lewiston)	—	T-Mobile US	04240	—	1	$1,451	$484	3
Fast Breaks	—	—	04240	—	1	$1,246	$208	6
Sisters of Charity	—	—	04240	—	1	$831	$208	4
Marshwood Center	—	Genesis HealthCare	04240	—	1	$72	$36	2
Dudley's Restaurant	—	—	04240	—	1	$30	$30	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lewiston

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AMAZING GRACE NATIONAL RESCUE MISSIONS	391 LISBON ST
COMMUNITY OF ASSEMBLIES OF CHRISTIANS VOICI L HOMME	179 SABATTUS STREET
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	70 HOGAN RD
FREE GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	160 CANAL ST
GILGAL MINISTRIES	180 MONTELLO ST
GOLGOTHA ASSEMBLY OF GOD INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY	199A BARTLETT ST
HOPE HAVEN GOSPEL MISSION INC	209 LINCOLN ST
LEWISTON AUBUR ISLAMIC CENTER INC	23 LISBON ST
LEWISTON BAPTIST CHURCH	437 MAIN ST
LEWISTON CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	RUSSELL PARK REHAB CTR 156 RUSSELL
SOUTH LEWISTON BAPTIST CHURCH	1919 LISBON RD
THOMAS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH	62 STRAWBERRY AVE
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 1402
UNITY BIBLE CHURCH	541 COLLEGE ST
VINEYARD CHURCH OF WATERVILLE	PO BOX 1610

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lewiston

What is the population of Lewiston?

Lewiston has a population of 37,886 residents and is located in Maine. The population density is 1,109 people per square mile, spread across 35.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Lewiston expensive to live in?

Lewiston has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $56,558, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,200 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lewiston safe?

Lewiston is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 298 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,996 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lewiston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lewiston?

Lewiston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 65.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Lewiston?

Lewiston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,125. There are 3,600 business establishments in the area, including 254 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 11.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lewiston?

The median home value in Lewiston is $214,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,145. For renters, the median monthly rent is $954. Fair market rent is $1,186 for a 1-bedroom and $1,497 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.3%. The average annual property tax is $5,025.

How are the schools in Lewiston?

Schools in Lewiston score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.7% of adults in Lewiston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lewiston?

The obesity rate in Lewiston is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 31.2% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,354.

What is transportation like in Lewiston?

The average commute in Lewiston is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lewiston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lewiston is 80.9% White, 11% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino. 78.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 21.2% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Auburn, ME 24,294 pop · 3.9 mi Lisbon, ME 3,453 pop · 5.2 mi Lisbon Falls, ME 4,185 pop · 8.0 mi Mechanic Falls, ME 2,300 pop · 11.1 mi Topsham, ME 6,962 pop · 15.5 mi Freeport, ME 1,544 pop · 16.4 mi Oxford, ME 1,135 pop · 17.9 mi Richmond, ME 1,946 pop · 18.0 mi Brunswick, ME 16,928 pop · 18.0 mi South Paris, ME 2,570 pop · 19.1 mi Bath, ME 8,801 pop · 19.5 mi Winthrop, ME 2,666 pop · 19.5 mi Yarmouth, ME 6,293 pop · 19.8 mi Gardiner, ME 6,047 pop · 20.1 mi

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